{"product_id":"sky-watcher-heliostar-100ha-solar-telescope","title":"Sky-Watcher Heliostar 100Ha Solar Telescope","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100mm Primary Aperture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e760mm Focal Length (f\/7.6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated H-alpha Filter (\u0026lt; 0.55Å Bandpass)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20mm Blocking Filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.8\" Rack \u0026amp; Pinion Focuser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSky-Watcher Heliostar 100Ha Solar Telescope\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky-Watcher Heliostar 100Ha represents a significant leap in dedicated hydrogen-alpha solar instrumentation, offering a substantial 100mm aperture for high-resolution observation of the solar chromosphere. Unlike smaller entry-level solar scopes, the Heliostar 100Ha provides the resolving power necessary to move beyond simple disk surveys and into the realm of high-magnification analysis of spicules, fibrils, and the intricate architecture of active regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with a precision-tuned etalon delivering a bandpass of \u0026lt; 0.55Å, this telescope is engineered to maximize contrast on the solar surface. It captures the dynamic nature of our star with professional-grade clarity, making it a premier choice for both serious visual observers and solar astrophotographers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrecision H-Alpha Optics and 100mm Resolution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heart of the Heliostar 100Ha is its 100mm achromatic doublet, which is diffraction-limited to 1\/4 wave. This aperture provides a Dawes Limit of 1.16 arcseconds, allowing for significantly finer detail than the 76mm model. The H-alpha fully multicoated lenses are specifically optimized for the 656.28nm wavelength, ensuring maximum transmission and minimal internal scatter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u0026lt; 0.55Å bandpass is a critical specification; it is narrow enough to suppress the bright photosphere while allowing the subtle 3D structures of the chromosphere—such as filaments and prominences—to stand out in sharp relief against the solar disk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh-End Mechanical Engineering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo support the weight of imaging trains and high-end solar accessories, Sky-Watcher has equipped the Heliostar 100Ha with a robust 2.8-inch Rack \u0026amp; Pinion focuser. This is a significant upgrade over standard Crayford designs, featuring a 11:1 dual-speed micro-focuser for the extreme precision required to find the \"sweet spot\" of the H-alpha bandpass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Blocking Filter:\u003c\/strong\u003e The included 20mm blocking filter diagonal provides a massive unvignetted field, accommodating larger camera sensors for full-disk imaging and providing a generous view for visual use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e The aluminum optical tube is designed to handle the thermal load of sustained solar observation, maintaining optical alignment and stability during long imaging sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Aligning Cell:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lens cell is engineered for permanent alignment, ensuring that the telescope remains collimated even after transport to remote observing sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Visual and Imaging Powerhouse\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a 760mm focal length, the Heliostar 100Ha provides a native solar image size of 7.6mm at the focal plane. This scale is ideal for modern CMOS solar cameras, allowing for detailed high-frame-rate captures of solar flares and prominence eruptions. For visual observers, the included 22mm 70° wide-field eyepiece yields 35x magnification, providing a stunning view of the entire solar disk with room to spare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are tracking the evolution of a sunspot group or capturing the rapid detachment of a prominence, the 100mm aperture ensures you have the light-gathering power to use aggressive magnification (up to 197x) when seeing conditions permit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the advantage of the Heliostar 100Ha over the 76mm model?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 100mm aperture provides nearly 75% more light-gathering area and significantly higher resolution (1.16 vs 1.52 arcseconds). This allows you to resolve much smaller structures on the solar surface and maintain image brightness at higher magnifications. Additionally, the 100Ha features a 20mm blocking filter and a 2.8\" Rack \u0026amp; Pinion focuser, whereas the 76mm uses an 11.5mm filter and a 2\" Crayford focuser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use this telescope for night-time astronomy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The Heliostar 100Ha is a dedicated solar telescope with integrated, non-removable H-alpha filtering. It is designed specifically to pass only a very narrow band of light centered at 656.3nm. Using it for night-time observation would result in an extremely dim image and is not the intended use of the instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I tune the etalon for the best surface detail?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Heliostar 100Ha utilizes a precision tuning mechanism (refer to the manual for specific dial location) that allows you to shift the bandpass. Because atmospheric pressure and temperature can slightly shift the H-alpha line, you should slowly adjust the tuner while looking through the eyepiece until the surface filaments and disk contrast appear at their sharpest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the blocking filter large enough for full-disk imaging?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 20mm blocking filter is exceptionally large for this class of telescope. It easily accommodates the 7.6mm solar image produced by the 760mm focal length, providing plenty of illuminated field for full-disk photography with APS-C or smaller sensors without significant vignetting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the Heliostar 100Ha require a specialized mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe optical tube weighs 13.2 lbs and uses a standard V-style dovetail. It can be used on most medium-capacity equatorial or alt-azimuth mounts. However, for high-resolution imaging or tracking the sun over several hours, a computerized tracking mount (like a Sky-Watcher EQ6-R or SolarQuest) is highly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS11325\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAchromatic Doublet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e760 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF\/Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/7.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBandpass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; 0.55Å\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlocking Filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.8\" Rack \u0026amp; 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